Does all of this waste pose a hazard to the environment? Is there a way to dispose of old paint that doesn't involve throwing it out? And if it can't be used, what are the safe, responsible ways to get rid of it? We'll answer these and other questions on the following pages.

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Before you can decide how to dispose of old paint, you'll need to determine what kind of paint it is. There are basically two types of paint: oil-based and latex. They have different ingredients and must be handled differently while painting and when you're done. Head to the next page to see what to do with each.